OELO LIGHTS VS JELLY FISH LIGHTING VS TRIMLIGHT PERMANENT HOLIDAY LIGHT REVIEW
How does Oelo compare?
No VISIBLE Bumps
WATERPROOF
No HOles in Gutters
TWICE THE LIFESPAN
WHY OELO IS BETTER ...
COMPARE
| RATINGS, PATENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS | Oelo | MyEverlights | Inception | Trimlight | Jelly Fish | Gemstone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advertised lifetime-use rating | 100,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 22,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. |
| UL Listed (third-party lighting certification for safety testing) | Yes | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Yes |
| Waterproof rating (IP68 is fully-submersible capable) | IP68* | Undisclosed | IP67 | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | IP67 |
| Fire rating (V-0 represents self-extinguishing lights) | V-0* | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Yes |
| U.S. patented (select system elements) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Industrial-grade covers | .040-thick aluminum and .070-thick acrylic (thickest materials in the industry) | Undisclosed | .060-thick acrylic | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| System warranty | 5 years Details > | 1-15 years | 10 years | Limited lifetime | 1 year labor, 3 years parts | 5 years |
| LED / CONTROL FEATURES | Oelo | MyEverlights | Inception | Trimlight | Jelly Fish | Gemstone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 36v | 5v | 24v or 36v | 5v | 48v | 12v |
| Standard light spacing | 10" or closer | 12" or closer | 12" or closer | 9” or 12” | 9" | 9" |
| Multi-color capable (can display more than 2 colors at a time) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Individually addressable lights (each light can be programmed) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Control box location (interior/exterior) | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors only | Outdoors only | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors only | Indoors or outdoors |
| Android or iOS compatible | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both |
| Cloud-based operation | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Yes, only option | Yes, only option | Yes, only option | Undisclosed | Yes on in-range bluetooth option |
| Ability to control my lights from a computer web browser | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Ability to operate lights without internet | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Zones / multi-building operation | Yes (unlimited buildings) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | No | No | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) |
| Custom creation of programs and motion patterns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pre-set programs and motion patterns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automated timer function | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Year-round scheduling capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Security spotlight feature (selective LED illumination) | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| SYSTEM APPEARANCE / INSTALLATION DETAILS | Oelo | MyEverlights | Inception | Trimlight | Jelly Fish | Gemstone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material options for LED cover/channel | Aluminum OR acrylic | Aluminum only | Non-aluminum plastic | Aluminum only | Aluminum only | Aluminum only |
| Light cover / channel susceptible to rust/corrosion | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| LEDs flush behind lens (vs. protruding from cover, creating visible bumps) | Flush acrylic design | Protruding LEDs | Flush acrylic design | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs |
| Face-mounting options for outward traditional glow | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* |
| Under-mounting options to create down-light/wall-wash effect | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Holes and wires in gutters | No | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Built-in space to run additional wires | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Difficult miter cuts when installing | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No DIY Option |
| Open miter cut gaps (leave channel susceptible to insect nesting) | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Authorized installation network locations | Nation Wide, Canada | CO, KY, LA, NJ, OH, TN | Nationwide | Nationwide, Canada | Nationwide | Nationwide North America |
| Self-install DIY option | Yes (easy-to-order online light kits!) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
*Lights can be turned to face outward but unsightly bumps will be visible.
PICK YOUR LOOK WITH OELO
DISPLAY OPTIONS
TRADITIONAL OUTWARD FACING
DOWN LIGHTING/WALLWASH
